Candela Steradian per Square Meter to Phot Conversion

Convert between Candela Steradian per Square Meter and Phot quickly and accurately.

cd·sr/m²
ph

How to Convert Candela Steradian per Square Meter to Phot

Conversion Formula

1 cd·sr/m² = 0 ph
1 ph = 10000 cd·sr/m²

Example

Convert 15 cd·sr/m² to ph:

15 cd·sr/m² = 15 × 0 ph = 0.002 ph

Unit Information

Learn about the illumination units you're converting between

Candela Steradian per Square Meter

cd·sr/m²

Definition

The Candela Steradian per Square Meter is a unit of illuminance that is dimensionally equivalent to the lux. It represents the luminous intensity per unit solid angle per unit area, providing an alternative way to express illuminance in terms of fundamental photometric quantities.

History/Origin

Derived from the fundamental definitions of luminous intensity and solid angle in the SI system. It provides a direct relationship between illuminance and the basic photometric quantities, emphasizing the geometric aspects of light measurement.

Current Use

Used in theoretical photometry and in calculations where the relationship between luminous intensity, solid angle, and area is emphasized. It provides a fundamental understanding of illuminance in terms of basic photometric principles.

Multiplier

1

Offset

0

Phot

ph

Definition

The Phot is a CGS unit of illuminance equal to 10,000 lux, representing one lumen per square centimeter. It is a larger unit used for measuring very high levels of illumination, particularly in scientific and technical applications where high light intensities are common.

History/Origin

Developed as part of the CGS system of units, where the phot provided a convenient way to express high illumination values. It was widely used in scientific literature and technical applications before the adoption of SI units became standard practice.

Current Use

Primarily found in older scientific literature and specialized technical applications. It provides a practical scale for measuring very bright light sources and is still occasionally referenced in photometric research and historical technical documents.

Multiplier

10000

Offset

0

Candela Steradian per Square Meter to Phot Conversion Table

Candela Steradian per Square Meter [cd·sr/m²] Phot [ph]
1 cd·sr/m² 0.0001 ph
10 cd·sr/m² 0.001 ph
25 cd·sr/m² 0.0025 ph
50 cd·sr/m² 0.005 ph
100 cd·sr/m² 0.01 ph
0 cd·sr/m² 0E+0 ph
-10 cd·sr/m² -0.001 ph
-40 cd·sr/m² -0.004 ph